City officials say a plan to charge for parking in downtown lots doesn’t violate the intent of a 2014 law, but the resident who went to court says that’s ‘laughable.’
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UNE partners with Iceland universities on ocean food and sustainability program
The partnership will create a unique, international learning environment for students enrolled in both Maine and Iceland, officials say.
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Employers tap Mainers in recovery for jobs
A labor crunch plus the need for jobs for people recovering from addictions prompts hiring fairs.
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Biddeford police investigating report of man’s assault
The victim was transported to Maine Medical Center in Portland, police say.
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Federal grant of $600,000 will be used to invest in Biddeford startup
Junora Ltd., which manufactures metallurgical products for the vacuum coating industry, hopes to create 30 jobs.
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Six honored for downtown revitalizing efforts in 4 Maine communities
The Maine Downtown Center recognizes developers and organizations in 4 communities.
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Historic Biddeford clock tower competes for national preservation grant
The City Hall clock tower is one of 20 projects nationwide competing in a digital voting contest for $150,000 grants.
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Southern Maine sees building boom as cities bust out permits
Portland’s tight residential and commercial markets are pushing eager investors to neighboring communities, with one city approving three permits a day.
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See photos: This wall at University of New England is alive – with plants
About 960 plants are arranged in a wave pattern to form what is called a living wall.
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Biddeford shelter launching campaign to benefit blind horse
Ever After Mustang Rescue plans an open house Sunday to kick off an effort to raise money to build a new shelter for Jazz, a 19-year-old mustang-appaloosa mix.